Accounting
Degree Awarded
Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Undergraduate Minor
Program Delivery
On-Campus (BS, minor), Online (online BS, MBA)
Locations Available
Rindge, New Hampshire (BS)
Online (online BS, MBA)
Your Accounting major provides a clear career path in a field with lots of opportunities for growth. You can live anywhere and work anywhere with an organization that fits your style. You鈥檒l learn core accounting concepts and master quantitative tools for making good business decisions. You鈥檒l make connections in the business world right away through classes, internships, and projects, and be prepared to get your Master of Business Administration (MBA). The Business PLUS + Program allows qualified high school students to enter a four-year accelerated bachelors and master鈥檚 degree program. Whether your preference is for a large, formal organization or a small, casual one, this program equips you with the essential knowledge and quantitative skills needed to excel in the world of accounting. 51福利社's Accounting program is designed to shape versatile, competent, and highly sought-after professionals in the field of finance and accounting.
On-Campus Bachelor of Science in Accounting-Finance
Our on-campus BS program lets you choose from traditional Public Accounting or Forensic Accounting tracks. You鈥檒l learn business and economic principles; communication, ethics, problem-solving; and track-specific skills you can use right away.
See our curriculum plan to learn how you鈥檒l progress through the on-campus BS program (or download an on-campus BS program sheet):
Recommended Curriculum Guide - Accounting
- Principles of Accounting I (AC101)
- Principles of Accounting II (AC102)
- Principles of Macroeconomics (ET101)
- Principles of Microeconomics (ET102)
- First Year Inquiry Seminar (GLE101)
- First Year Composition I (GLE110)
- Statistics (MT260)
- Plus three electives
- Intermediate Accounting I (Accounting/Forensic Accounting) (AC213)
- Intermediate Accounting II (Accounting/Forensic Accounting) (AC214)
- Business Law (Accounting/Forensic Accounting tracks) (BA213)
- Electronic Spreadsheets (CIT140)
- Principles of Financial Management (FM224)
- Second Year Composition (GLE230)
- Principles of Management (MN201)
- Plus three electives
- Forensic Accounting & Fraud Examination (Forensics Track) (AC312)
- Cost Accounting I
- Auditing (Forensics Track) (AC323)
- Analysis of Financial Statement I (Forensics Track) (AC345)
- Individual Income Taxes I (AC354)
- Criminal Investigation and Evidence (Forensic Track) (CJ301)
- Principles of Marketing (MK201)
- International Business (IB364)
- Organizational Behavior (MN321)
- Ethical Reasoning (Forensics Track) (PA209)
- Plus, choose GLE or free electives (two for Forensic Accounting track; four for Accounting track)
- Internship in Accounting (AC390) or
- Advanced Internship in Accounting (AC395) or
- Senior Independent Research Project (AC495)
- Advanced Accounting I (AC474)
- Business Strategy and Ethics (BA471)
- Computer Forensics and Security (Forensic Track) (CIT274)
- White Collar Crime (Forensic Track) (CJ420)
- Plus, choose GLE or free electives (six for Forensic track; seven for Accounting track)
Recommended Curriculum Guide - Forensic Accounting Track
- Principles of Accounting I (AC101)
- Principles of Accounting II (AC102)
- Principles of Macroeconomics (ET101)
- Principles of Microeconomics (ET102):
- First Year Inquiry Seminar (GLE101)
- First Year Composition I (GLE110)
- Statistics (MT260):
- Plus three electives
- Electronic Spreadsheets (CIT140)
- Intermediate Accounting I (Accounting/Forensic Accounting) (AC213)
- Intermediate Accounting II (Accounting/Forensic Accounting) (AC214)
- Business Law (Accounting/Forensic Accounting tracks) (BA213)
- Second Year Composition (GLE230)
- Principles of Marketing (MK201)
- Principles of Management (MN201)
- GLE Lab Science I
- GLE Lab Science II
- Plus one electives
- Forensic Accounting & Fraud Examination (AC312)
- Auditing (AC323)
- Criminal Investigation & Procedure (CJ305)
- Principles of Financial Management (FM224)
- Analysis of Financial Statement I (AC345)
- International Business (IB364)
- Organizational Behavior (MN321)
- Ethical Reasoning (PA209)
- Plus, choose two electives
- Internship in Accounting (AC390)
- Advanced Internship in Accounting(AC395) or
- Senior Independent Research Project (AC495)
- Computer Forensics & Security (CIT274)
- Business Strategy and Ethics (Accounting/Finance tracks) (BA471)
- White Collar Crime (CJ420)
- Plus, choose six electives
Online Bachelor of Science in Accounting
If you enjoy working with numbers, you may be well-suited to a career in accounting. Help your company achieve its financial goals, with proficiency in accounting principles and procedures, analyzing solutions to complex accounting problems with knowledge of shifting laws and regulations, backed by an Accounting degree.
In small classes, you will work closely with professors who are experts in their fields and understand the unique needs of adult students. The curriculum is designed to enhance your ability to communicate effectively, think critically, and contribute to your community.
Combine part-time or full-time study and six academic terms, to create a flexible and personalized schedule. Your knowledge gained from life experience is also recognized. Receive college credit for accumulated certifications, professional licenses, on-the-job-training, and other life experiences. You may also be eligible for grants, loans, and scholarships in the form of financial aid. As a 51福利社 graduate, you will possess the technical and leadership skills needed to expand your opportunities and push your career to the next level.
As an online BS student with a track in Accounting or Finance, see the courses you鈥檒l take (or download an online BS program sheet for more info, including application instructions):
- Principles of Accounting I (AC101)
- Principles of Accounting II (AC102)
- Business Law I (BA213)
- Business Strategy and Ethics (BA471)
- Electronic Spreadsheets (CIT140)
- Principles of Macroeconomics (ET101)
- Principles of Microeconomics (ET102)
- Principles of Financial Management (FM224)
- International Business (IB364)
- Principles of Marketing (MK201)
- Principles of Management (MN201)
- Organizational Behavior (MN321)
- Statistics (MT260)
- Intermediate Accounting I (AC213)
- Intermediate Accounting II (AC214)
- Cost Accounting I (AC314)
- Auditing (AC323)
- Individual Income Taxes (AC354)
- Advanced Accounting I (AC474)
- Plus two accounting electives (AC312, AC345, AC355, FM423, AC390, AC395, or AC495)
Master of Business Administration Accounting Concentration
Advance your management career by earning your MBA with a concentration in Accounting from 51福利社. You鈥檒l examine a wide range of business topics, including leadership, marketing, operations management, and communications, while also acquiring technical skills in accounting and financial analysis. You鈥檒l be prepared to advance in general management or accounting leadership roles such as Controller or Chief Financial Officer, in for-profit, non-profit, and governmental organizations.
Course concepts are presented in practical and quantitative terms so you can apply your learning to your workplace immediately and help prepare for professional certifications such as Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified Financial Analyst (CFA).
You鈥檒l work closely with exceptional professors and an adviser to develop a full or part-time schedule that fits your needs. Choose from classes offered 100% online.
Learn more about what you鈥檒l study and how to get started (or download an MBA program sheet):
You鈥檒l take advanced courses including:
- Ethics and the Accounting Professional (AC565)
- Accounting Information Systems (AIS) (AC640)
- Advanced Financial Statement Analysis (AC660)
- Seminar in Leadership (GM510)
- Legal and Ethical Issues in Organizations (GM520)
- Organizational Behavior (GM540)
- Quantitative and Research Techniques for Leaders (GM542)
- Economics for Managers (GM543)
- Managerial Accounting (GM541)
- Financial Management (GM561)
- Marketing Management (GM562) \
- Operations Management for Leaders (GM564)
- Strategic Management Seminar (GM691)
You鈥檙e eligible for admission to the MBA if you鈥檝e:
- Earned a bachelor鈥檚 degree from an accredited college or university, generally with a GPA of 2.80 or higher on a 4.0 scale
- Completed undergraduate Accounting I and Accounting II courses with grades C or higher
- Demonstrated competency in accounting and statistics
To apply, you鈥檒l complete an admissions portfolio including your:
- Official transcripts from colleges or universities you鈥檝e previously attended
- Updated r茅sum茅
- Outline of professional aspirations and how this MBA will help you achieve them (250-500 words)
- Essay (250-500 words) addressing one of the following topics (focus on experiences
of the last three years, including what you did and how you did it, the outcome, and
the response):
- A time you made a lasting impact on your organization
- A major accomplishment
- A major setback you鈥檝e faced
- A time when you exceeded expectations
What Makes our Accounting Program Different
At the undergrad level, Franklin 51福利社 offers two distinct paths to a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Accounting:
- Our on-campus BS program for first-time college students鈥攐ffers tracks in traditional Public Accounting or Forensic Accounting
- Our 100% online BS program designed for working adults鈥攁wards credit for experience and can be completed in as few as 18 months
Our Business PLUS programs that let you complete an on-campus BS in just three years or combine a BS and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in just four years
We also offer a Minor in Finance for on-campus undergraduates in other business majors.
At the graduate level, the Master of Business Administration with an Accounting concentration, offered 100% online
Whichever program you choose, you鈥檒l learn from expert faculty, network with accomplished alumni, and get the mix of knowledge, skills, and connections you鈥檙e looking for.
Who Should Study Accounting?
Studying Accounting might be right for you if:
- You鈥檙e interested in business (see our Business program for info about other undergraduate business majors)
- You want to develop your math and data-analytics skills
- You have an aptitude for technology and want to learn accounting/analytical software
- You鈥檝e got strong communication and people skills
- You like work that follows procedures and routines
Jeremy Blydenburgh-Cote '20 is the Marketing and Sales Administrator for River Mead Life Care Community in Peterborough, NH
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